How do you count ridges in a fingerprint?

To count ridges in a fingerprint, first, select a clear and well-defined area of the print, typically where the patterns are most distinct. Begin at one end of the chosen area and trace each ridge from the starting point to the endpoint, making sure to count only the complete ridges that cross the line you are following. It's important to avoid counting bifurcations or endings as separate ridges; focus solely on continuous ridge formations. Keeping a systematic approach and marking counted ridges can help ensure accuracy in your count.